Team Lead - Associate Director IFM Project Management

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Team Lead - Associate Director

Position Overview

The Team Lead - Associate Director directs, manages, and executes senior level project management services on assigned projects utilizing and managing a team of professionals to provide superior client service. Projects are larger, more complex and vary in scope. This is usually a Player/Coach role.

Essential Functions

As a Team Lead - Associate Director at JLL, you will be directly responsible for generating, leading, and delivering challenging projects. Your priorities will lie in leveraging your network and focusing on clients' priorities while managing complex projects in multiple sectors, types, and sizes. Being forward thinking and consistently demonstrating initiative to adopt new technologies and develop efficient processes is key to the impact you will have in this role. Your strong knowledge of construction projects from start to finish will speak to your ability to push the business forward through innovative and industry-changing ideas.

Being at the heart of the team

You are an individual who sees the big picture, acts decisively, and focuses on creating an energized and collaborative environment. As Team Lead - Associate Director, you will contribute to building progressive strategies through financial acumen and desire to drive results as a team. You will be directly responsible for growing and developing successful, diverse, and inclusive teams. Success will be measured by your ability to lead change by translating vision to realistic strategies and team goals.

Embracing the human side of business

You are client focused, committed to cultivating business relationships, and possess strong interpersonal awareness to develop and grow programs within a selected market. As Team Lead - Associate Director, you will also be focused on the client experience, consistently delivering tailored solutions by leveraging the JLL platform across business lines. You will demonstrate the ability to contribute to the culture, growth and development of a team. You will have a holistic understanding of the business unit's overall strategy and team goals.

Professional/Technical Focus

• Deep expertise in MEP systems (HVAC, electrical distribution, plumbing, fire protection)

• Critical building infrastructure management (emergency power, UPS systems, cooling infrastructure)

• Capital planning for building systems and infrastructure assets

• Integration of building automation and control systems

• Understanding of mission-critical facility requirements and uptime standards

• Assumes a lead project and development/management role in the development and execution of strategy for a team.

• Demonstrates high energy for the business, ability to energize others, and the willingness to take risks and make tough decisions.

• Lead complex MEP system upgrades and critical infrastructure projects from inception to closeout

• Responsibilities may include but are not limited to pre-construction duties (e.g. programming, design, entitlements, bidding, permitting, consultant selection, design team selection, schedule creation, contractor selection, and vendor selection), ground-breaking, and all management of all the aforementioned.

• Negotiate contracts with each selected team member/vendor.

• Extensive interface with engineers, architects, client staff, property managers, building operators, and vendors.

• Manage integration between new MEP installations and existing building systems

• Maintain client relationships and manage conflict resolution.

• Provide appropriate level of on-site supervision to ensure project performance criteria are being met.

• Performance management of all contracted vendors, consultants, etc.

• Identify and address areas of concern regarding potential liabilities and risk (fee, our reputation, errors, and omissions, etc.) to Manager.

• Demonstrate proficiency in the use and application of all project delivery software & Client technology as required for assigned projects.

• Manage vendor and project team performance to ensure compliance with contractual requirements, all regulating entities and client expectations.

• Conveys acceptable practices and policies to team.

• Makes independent judgments related to operating procedures impacting assigned projects.

• Demonstrates highly visible commitment to creating a "one-firm firm" by collaborating with and appropriately utilizing cross-discipline teams to meet client needs.

• Contributes where needed and/or requested by JLL Management Committee, Region Manager or Market Lead in the refinement of best practices of standards of excellence for the business unit and JLL overall.

• Ensures that Manager and/or Regional Manager are fully and accurately informed of all projects, internal and client issues affecting the perception of the local, national, and global reputation of the firm.

• Lead as relationship manager for a strategic alliance client

• Responsible for developing and managing a team of people

• May recommend and/or takes actions regarding team talent (with involvement of Human Resources) to SVP/Managing Director or Regional Manager.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution. Preference towards a Degree in Engineering or Construction Management.

• Minimum of 15-20 years leading MEP and critical infrastructure projects within complex corporate real estate, healthcare, or mission-critical facilities

• Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred

• Preferred project management registrations and certifications are a plus.

• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively data-based information to client and team to achieve project goals.

• Strong working knowledge of mechanical drawings, electrical drawings, plumbing drawings, structural drawings, architectural drawings, building components, infrastructure systems, and base building utilities.

• Highly organized with strong analytical skills.

• Strong interpersonal skills with an ability to interact with executive level external and internal clients as well as external team members (architects, engineers, contractors, client's representatives, etc.).

• Ability to manage all aspects of construction projects, from inception to close out, effectively and efficiently including, but not limited to: design development, bid development, bid leveling, budgeting, scheduling, submittals, change orders, commissioning, and closeouts.

• Fully competent at managing all types/sizes of projects.

• Extensive knowledge of MS Office applications and MS Project.

• Previous experience effectively supervising, training, mentoring, and evaluating several project managers at various levels within the organization or team.

• Ability to develop and cultivate business relationships with existing and prospective clients

• A strong working knowledge of accounting and financial reporting, budgeting, scheduling, and processes related to corporate real estate

• Ability to lead individuals across a national platform to deliver superior results in client service.

• Experience working with landlords, developers, institutional owners, and municipalities

• Strong interpersonal skills with an ability to interact with executive level external and internal clients as well as external team members (architects, contractors, client's representatives, etc.).

• Ability to manage all aspects of construction projects effectively and efficiently including, but not limited to budgeting, scheduling, submittals, change orders.

• Fully competent at managing all types/sizes of projects.

• Extensive knowledge of MS Office applications and MS Project.

This position does not provide visa sponsorship. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.

Estimated compensation for this position:

This range is an estimate and actual compensation may differ. Final compensation packages are determined by various considerations including but not limited to candidate qualifications, location, market conditions, and internal considerations.

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If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply, even if you don't meet all the requirements. We're interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table!

Personalized benefits that support personal well-being and growth:

JLL recognizes the impact that the workplace can have on your wellness, so we offer a supportive culture and comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes mental, physical and emotional health. Some of these benefits may include:

• 401(k) plan with matching company contributions

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Care

• Paid parental leave at 100% of salary

• Paid Time Off and Company Holidays

• Early access to earned wages through Daily Pay

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